On the first week of school, students at Old Mill High School encountered a statement that sparked mixed reactions. A sign in the girls’ bathroom declared, “Students have the right to use the bathroom that matches their expressed gender identity.”

One student, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed concern, saying, “I saw it and thought my mom’s not gonna like this.” The student added, “It surprised me in a school. I wouldn’t be bugged out if it were anywhere else, but in a school, it’s different.”

The policy aligns with state law and school policy, which states, “A student shall have access to restrooms of the gender identity with which the student identifies.” However, some parents have voiced concerns on social media. One parent questioned, “Who protects our daughters?” while anoth

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